Ozzie
Synopsis
Ozzie is a young koala living in Australia. He is kidnapped by two goons (Buzz and Tank) who work for Max Happy, president of Happy Toys. Legend says that Ozzie speaks English and Max wants to clone Ozzie into hundreds of koalas and sell them for a fortune as talking pets! Buzz and Tank "lose" Ozzie on the plane-ride home by accident to Justin Morton, an 8 year old who is celebrating his birthday with his mom, Beth with a trip to Austrailia. Ozzie winds up in Justin's backpack. When Max finds out the koala is missing, a screwball comedy chase begins and ends in a surprise that knocks Max off her throne!
Top Cast
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Spencer Breslin
Justin Morton
Joan Collins
Max Happy
Ralf Moeller
Tank Emerson
Peter Rowley
Buzz Maroni
Rachel Hunter
Beth Morton
Bruce Allpress
Charlie Foster
Anton Tennet
Darryl
John Leigh
Gilbert
Rose McIver
Caitlin
Adrian Kwan
Garden Shop Worker
Olivia Tennet
Karen
Katrina Browne
Flight Attendant
Luciano Saber
Chef
Steven Kynman
Ozzie (Voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Tannen
- Original Title
- Ozzie
- Country of Origin
- Germany, New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Daybreak Pacific, Rex Media, TiMe Film- und TV-Produktions GmbH, Vif Babelsberger Filmproduktion GmbH & Co. Dritte KG
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Tannen
Neil Cervin
Department Leadership Roster
William Tannen
Director
Neil Cervin
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ozzie
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What is Ozzie about?
Ozzie is a young koala living in Australia. He is kidnapped by two goons (Buzz and Tank) who work for Max Happy, president of Happy Toys. Legend says that Ozzie speaks English and Max wants to clone Ozzie into hundreds of koalas and sell them for a fortune as talking pets! Buzz and Tank "lose" Ozzie on the plane-ride home by accident to Justin Morton, an 8 year old who is celebrating his birthday with his mom, Beth with a trip to Austrailia. Ozzie winds up in Justin's backpack. When Max finds out the koala is missing, a screwball comedy chase begins and ends in a surprise that knocks Max off her throne!
Who directed Ozzie?
Ozzie was directed by William Tannen.
Who stars in Ozzie?
The principal cast of Ozzie includes Spencer Breslin, Joan Collins, Ralf Moeller, Peter Rowley, Rachel Hunter.
When was Ozzie released and how long is it?
Ozzie was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.